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• Yukon gymnastics centre officially handed over to Climb Yukon and Polarettes gymnastics club

  The Yukon Gymnastics Centre, located in Whistle Bend, boasts state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, including a spacious gym, dance studio, cutting-edge climbing facility, and community area.

• First Nations candidates seek nomination for territorial election

  Former WRFN Councillor John VanderMeer and current KDFN Councillor Linda Moen seek nomination with the Yukon NDP, while C/TFN citizen and recent CYFN Grand Chief candidate Rose Sellars seeks nomination with the Yukon Party.

• Ember Fire Academy celebrates its 11th year; hopes to move to rural communities

  12 women, girls, and people of historically underrepresented genders in the fire service are participating in the weeklong firefighting training and leadership academy at both Ibex Valley Fire Rescue and Hootalinqua Fire Department this week.

• Fourth Yukon minister decides not to run in 2025 territorial election

  Nils Clarke is the second minister to announce that he will not run for re-election this week alone.

• Interchange Recycling collection site opens in Whitehorse

  Used motor oil, oil filters, oil containers, used antifreeze, and antifreeze containers can now be recycled free of charge to the public.

• Government of Yukon ends Yukon community program pilot

  Since its inception in 2020, the Yukon Community Program pilot has facilitated the nomination of 42 candidates.

• Yukon Premier Mike Pemberton criticizes federal cuts to immigration program

  The reduction has caused operational struggles and difficulties in retaining committed staff. 

• RCMP seek public's help in locating missing Whitehorse man

  Mr. Elric was last seen in Whitehorse on July 18, 2025.

• Yukon RCMP leads the way in body-worn camera deployment

  The Whitehorse Detachment was the first to receive the cameras, followed by other detachments such as Carcross and Dawson City

• Math'ieya Alatini elected CYFN Grand Chief

  Former Kluane First Nation chief takes ever the role from Peter Johnston after 9 years.

• Watson Lake man charged in firearm robbery

  A search warrant executed on June 5, 2025, resulted in the seizure of ammunition, suspected controlled drugs, and cocaine.

• House fire in McIntyre contained

  Several pets were caught in the house fire. While one cat was fortunate enough to be rescued and is receiving treatment from a veterinarian, sadly, others did not survive the blaze.

• RCMP plane crash caused by faulty sensor: TSB report

  A faulty stall warning system sensor was the primary cause of the crash. The sensor failure triggered a false stall signal, activating the stick shaker and warning system.

• New Fireweed Mental Health unit opens at Whitehorse General Hospital

  The Fireweed Mental Health Unit, named after the fireweed flower symbolizing resilience and recovery

• Traditional learning camp opens at Whitehorse school

  Porter Creek Secondary School students, staff, and community members celebrated the grand opening of Ǹtsǟw Chù Kets’edän Kų̀ on Wednesday.

• Yukon Schools introduce online registration for bus service

  To be eligible for school bus service, students must live more than 3.2 kilometres from their school and attend their attendance area school.

• Yukon Government unveils progress in healthcare transformation with 2024 Putting People First annual report

  The report highlights key achievements, including the successful launch of the Whitehorse Walk-in Clinic at Mah's Point.

• Whitehorse Emergency Shelter unveils New Artwork celebrating Yukon First Nations culture

  Gatensby drew inspiration from a poignant conversation about cultural division, and the piece features contributions from Grade 5 students from Whitehorse Elementary School.

• Former Whitehorse City Councillor Ted Laking announces bid for Yukon Party nomination in Porter Creek Centre

  Ted Laking emphasized his collaborative approach to governance, stating, "I'm committed to working together with others."

• Yukon Government seeks applicants for new Health Authority Board

  The initial board will play a critical role in overseeing the transition of health care services and implementing foundational agreements between the Health Authority and its partners.